Low Risk Georgia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Union County GA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
23
Area
323
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Union County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 323 square mile area. Blairsville serves this mountain north Georgia county with Brasstown Bald highest GA peak. Union serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2018 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (706) 439-6000
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Union County GA
State Georgia (GA)
Population 23
Area 323 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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